Great to be back out in the wilderness! Even if the light pollution is still strong, managed to capture a cheeky Milky Way. And completely forgot how to shoot astro photography and only did one shot, so a bit on the noisy side, fun nonetheless! Next weekend will get the skills back on point!

Today was full of so many wonders; it was hard to choose what to post first! However, despite all of the other amazing views, this one was in a realm of its own. The hike up was far from easy, but one simple look out and it was so worth it. This nameless trail goes by False Kiva, and it’s a hidden treasure (literally, a nook in the mountains! ) The circle of rocks are said to be constructed by Native Americans, making this unique archeological site!

HUGE GOAL: to get my picture with as many of these cheesy road side attractions. I already have a whole Pinterest board listing them...yes I'm that excited about it!! As I'm laying in that frying pan the neighbor came out and cracked me up. I think he is more entertained by the visitors then the visitors are by this big ass frying pan. He was so proud of the day a bus of cheerleaders stopped by and he was able to squeeze in the pan with them all.

Today was certainly the worst day I have had in a while, but I'm reminded that in spite of that, it's still much better than almost all of the days I had in the last couple years of my undergrad. So, so humbled and grateful to have the opportunity to pursue and work in a career that I love and that feeds my soul, live in a city that fosters my creative capabilities, and be surrounded by friends who help me every day to grow and become better than I am. I don't deserve this, and I'm never going to take any of it for granted.
While I am on this train of thought, thanks to all of u who tune in and listen and sometimes bless me with your hilarity and wisdom. always appreciated. I love ya

Greetings!!
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I love taking photographs of random structures I find beautiful, inspiring humans, patterns, colours and just about anything and everything I encounter.
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Taking photos also helps me to somewhat "document" my experiences; the food I ate when I travelled overseas, the shop name, unique places I've chanced upon. Photos have long been my refuge when I'm feeling nostalgic, and taking them is simply absolutely therapeutic. The "stop" moment as you capture something beautiful, its irreplaceable.
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I truly live by sharing is caring (as cliche as that sounds haha ) and so starting this was part of my desire to share them with people!
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This photo here was tastefully taken by my friend while I was ahead of her ; )

Have a Heart that never hardens,
and A Temper that never tires,
and a Touch that never hurts.
-Charles Dickens
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"To live life to its fullest, love others and be loved by others, to touch people in kindness and not out of anger, these are all lessons which are so important to our children and community."
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Sometimes we inadvertently hurt someone with our words even when we do not mean them. Yet we receive the forgiveness from those who unconditionally love us. Weird isnt it?
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Love is such a strange and beautiful thing to have ever existed :' )
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Kindness is subjective, unique, expressive, diverse, independent and mature. In its many forms, we seek its presence and demand it from others. Yet, do we ourselves express it genuinely in response to others or to our treasured ones?
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"But I see your true colours
Shining through
I see your true colours
And thats why I love you
So don't be afraid to let them show
Your true colours
True colours are beautiful
Like a rainbow"
-Cyndi Lauper (Olivia Ong's rendition )
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Hyle April
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#hyleapril

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Traveling Song
By Ryn Weaver
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Nobody knows where they are going
Oh, how we try to wrap our minds
Over the edge of all our "knowings",
Be it a bang of the divine
Tip of my iceberg blues are showing
I've never been on for goodbyes...
So, till I meet you there, I'm singing
A traveling song to ease the ride and so you know
Everywhere I roam
I'll see you on the road.
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"Instead of money, you should think about your dreams, and heart and give your best shot at life."
"I must have money to dream and care about the people I love."
"People say money isnt important, but it is."
From
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Hyle April
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Photo by @jenznning#hyleapril

I’ve always gravitated to the kind of love that gives me courage. Whether it’s love of a person, a thing, a place, a belief, or a dream. Lately, I’ve been finding courage in my ultimate desires that reflect a love of self, and a self belief so strong, it dominates my own personality. Let the courage flow.